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Radio and Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers

Significant Points

  • Employment is projected to decline.
  • Job opportunities will vary by specialty; for example, good opportunities should be available for central office and PBX installers and repairers experienced in current technology, while station installers and repairers can expect keen competition.
  • Applicants with computer skills and postsecondary electronics training should have the best opportunities.
  • Weekend and holiday hours are common; repairers may be on call around the clock in case of emergencies.

source: OOH; about this section

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Area and Industry employment and wages
Radio mechanics: (Area) (Industry)
Telecommunications equipment installers and repairers, except line installers: (Area) (Industry)
Also see Radio and telecommunications equipment installers and repairers in the 2004-05 Occupational Outlook Handbook
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